How to get from Merrimac Square to Lowell, MA by bus and train?

From Merrimac Square to Lowell, MA by bus and train

To get from Merrimac Square to Lowell, MA you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 17 bus from Merrimac Square station to Washington Square Transit Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the DOWNEASTER train and finally take the LOWELL train from Anderson/Woburn station to Lowell station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 57 min. The bus and train schedule from Merrimac Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Lowell, MA on the Moovit app.

117min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1717
Train - DOWNEASTERDOWNEASTER
Train - LOWELL
Walk to Lowell, MA
Leaves from Merrimac Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Merrimac Square
    ID 4256755
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    Washington Square Transit Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington Square Transit Center
    ID 8900073
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Haverhill
    390 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - DOWNEASTERDOWNEASTER
    Wait for train
    DOWNEASTER
    Boston
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Anderson/Woburn
    29 min
  • 7
    Train - LOWELLLOWELL
    Wait for train
    LOWELL
    #327 | Lowell
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lowell
    24 min
  • 9
    Walk to Lowell, MA
    Walk to
    Lowell, MA
    0.66 mi • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Merrimac Square to Lowell, MA by bus

To get from Merrimac Square to Lowell, MA you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 17 bus from Merrimac Square station to Washington Square Transit Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 14 bus and finally take the 24 bus from Mcgovern Transportation Center station to Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 11 min. The bus and train schedule from Merrimac Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Lowell, MA on the Moovit app.

131min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1717
Bus - 1414
Bus - 2424
Walk to Lowell, MA
Leaves from Merrimac Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Merrimac Square
    ID 4256755
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    Washington Square Transit Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington Square Transit Center
    ID 8900073
    21 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1414
    Wait for bus
    14
    Mcgovern Transportation Center
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mcgovern Transportation Center
    35 min
  • 6
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center
    40 min
  • 8
    Walk to Lowell, MA
    Walk to
    Lowell, MA
    0.7 mi • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Merrimac Square to Lowell, MA

The distance between Merrimac Square and Lowell, MA is approximately 41.84 mi, which can typically be travelled in 117 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Merrimac Square to Lowell, MA by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Lowell – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Merrimac Square to Lowell, MA

To check the bus and train schedule from Merrimac Square to Lowell, MA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Merrimac Square) and destination (Lowell, MA), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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From Merrimac Square to Lowell, MA by bus

To get from Merrimac Square to Lowell, MA you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 17 bus from Merrimac Square station to Washington Square Transit Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 14 bus and finally take the 24 bus from Mcgovern Transportation Center station to Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 11 min. The bus and train schedule from Merrimac Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Lowell, MA on the Moovit app.

131min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1717
Bus - 1414
Bus - 2424
Walk to Lowell, MA
Leaves from Merrimac Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Merrimac Square
    ID 4256755
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    Washington Square Transit Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington Square Transit Center
    ID 8900073
    21 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1414
    Wait for bus
    14
    Mcgovern Transportation Center
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mcgovern Transportation Center
    35 min
  • 6
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Robert B. Kennedy Transfer Center
    40 min
  • 8
    Walk to Lowell, MA
    Walk to
    Lowell, MA
    0.7 mi • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Merrimac Square to Lowell, MA?

    The fastest way takes 117 minutes, using Bus line 17, Train line DOWNEASTER, Train line LOWELL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Merrimac Square to Lowell, MA?

    The alternative route takes 131 minutes, using Bus line 17, Bus line 14, Bus line 24.

  • Is there a direct bus between Merrimac Square and Lowell, MA?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 57 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Merrimac Square to Lowell, MA?

    The 17 bus line goes from Merrimac Square station near Merrimac Square in Boston to Washington Square Transit Center station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Washington Square Transit Center station near Lowell, MA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Merrimac Square to Lowell, MA by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Merrimac Square and Lowell, MA by bus and train is about 1 hr 57 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Merrimac Square to get to Lowell, MA?

    Get on the 17 bus from the Merrimac Square stop near Merrimac Square in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Merrimac Square and Lowell, MA?

    Get off the bus at the Washington Square Transit Center station, which is closest to Lowell, MA.

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